S86 VHLE all-rookie team

[VattghernCZ 972]

Rookies really took over the E last season, with some of the most dominant players in the league being first year VHLE players. Let's revise which rookies were most impactful and put together an all-rookie team, front to back.

 

LW - Sadie St-Louis @sadie, Stockholm Vikings

The top goal scorer in the league with 47 goals to her name, Sadie definitely belongs in the all-rookie team. A dynamic, well rounded winger, Sadie was deployed on top Vikings line as well as top powerplay units and secondary penalty killing units. She was also named one of the team's alternate captains as a rookie, which speaks volumes about what kind of character is she. Riga Reign have definitely drafted them a keeper.

 

C - Larry Abass Jr @RileyL, Stockholm Vikings

The extra year in the M did wonders for the Calgary Wrangler prospect's development. Larry managed to rack up 45 goals (3rd in the league) and 55 assists (T-6th in the league) for 100 total points (2nd in the league). He was also one of the most active shooters and hitters in the league. You'd have hard time finding a more complete forward. Even though he's a narural winger, he was deployed as the top line center on the Vikings squad, as well as centering top powerplay and penalty killing lines. Playing center position, his sub-50% faceoff percentage was the only drawback to Larry's game, but considering he's probably gonna play his natural position in the top league, it shouldn't be an issue going forward.

 

RW - Babay Shrimp @Blazzer, Bratislava Watchmen

The second highest assists producing forward in the league (56 assists) and one of the Watchmen alternate captains, Babay would round up the all-rookie forward line really well. Someone might object Babay played a bit more sheltered minutes on the second line, but team leading 42 goals and 98 points really speak for itself. Shrimp is probably the best passing forward in the E, and it will be great to see the Americans benefit from Babay's puck distributing proficiency next season.

 

D - Skor McFleury @Alex, Cologne Express

The top scoring defender on the juggernaut Cologne team, Skor has really established himself as one of the best blueliners in the league. Logging ice time as a top pairing defenseman in every situation, Skor was 6th best shot blocker and 3rd highest scoring blueliner in the league, accumulating respectable 125 hits on top of that. Being an S87 VHL entry draft eligible player, expect him being one of the top selections, he will probably join the VHL straight from the draft.

 

D - Jens Lekman @Bobcat, Rome Gladiators

The Wolves prospect scored 21 goals last season, which tied him for second place among all blueliners. He showcased brilliant two-way game by being one of the better shot blockers and hitters on top of his high end goal scoring ability. 

 

G - Joel Castle @animal74, Geneva Rush

Okay, Geneva Rush was a dumpster fire last season. But there was one bright spot - their elite 1A/1B goaltending tandem. And Joel Castle was the 1A. In 43 games played, his .937 SVS% was absolutely elite. But despite his elite saves percentage, the team wasn't able to support him as they went 6-24-7 with Joel, and allowed enough shots to make his GAA not very good looking 3.13. But that's hardly Joel's fault, as he was constantly lights out. By the way, him, Jens Lekman and Larry Abass Jr are all Las Vegas Aces alumni.

[Blazzer 759]

Playmaking forward build showing real success in the E! I hope Babay's build shines some light on the playmaking meta/player build because it is pretty underrated imo. And thank you for the feature, I couldn't have done it without @FrostBeard(best GM around)